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Morel · Lake District
Weather, season and habitat for Morel in Lake District. Morchella esculenta
High rainfall on western fells; valleys fruit earlier than high tarns.
Soil around 8–15 °C after snowmelt plus rain: too hot and dry, and the window closes fast.
Season
March to May, depending on elevation and snowmelt.
Habitat
River woods, gardens and woodland edges, often on calcareous or disturbed soils in spring.
FAQ
What does the map show?
Weather-based foraging chances, not a guarantee that fruit bodies stand at the pin.
Can I eat this mushroom?
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When is a trip worth it?
High rainfall on western fells; valleys fruit earlier than high tarns. Soil around 8–15 °C after snowmelt plus rain: too hot and dry, and the window closes fast.